As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for CDL Instructor in Idaho is $50,415, equivalent to $24 per hour, $970 weekly, or $4,201 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for CDL Instructor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for CDL Instructor in Idaho vary widely, spanning from $42,403 to $64,951. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,221) and 75th percentile ($58,023), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,951 per year. This $11,802 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Cash Handling, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Idaho CDL Instructor often earn 6.7% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 44 companies. However, Idaho currently ranks 44 nationwide for CDL Instructor job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
CDL Instructor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $42,403 ID January 01, 2026
25th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $46,221 ID January 01, 2026
50th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $50,415 ID January 01, 2026
75th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $58,023 ID January 01, 2026
90th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $64,951 ID January 01, 2026
25% $46,221 10% $42,403 90% $64,951 75% $58,023 $50,415 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a CDL Instructor ?

Commercial driver's license training (or CDL training) is a specialized instructional program or course designed to prepare a student to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL), which is required for a career as a truck driver in the United States. During training, students are taught the necessary knowledge and skills to pass a series of tests to obtain their CDL. Such a program generally begins with classroom instruction geared towards passing the written exams for a CDL permit, a learner's permit that allows a student to practice driving skills on public roads with a CDL licensed driver ...

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Location Aberdeen, ID Avg. Salary $53,241 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Ahsahka, ID Avg. Salary $63,543 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Albion, ID Avg. Salary $54,554 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Almo, ID Avg. Salary $54,554 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location American Falls, ID Avg. Salary $53,241 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Arbon, ID Avg. Salary $53,241 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Arco, ID Avg. Salary $54,636 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Arimo, ID Avg. Salary $53,241 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Ashton, ID Avg. Salary $63,549 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Athol, ID Avg. Salary $63,543 Date Updated January 01, 2026
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